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Kiplinger GDP Outlook: Economy is Poised to Downshift
Economic Forecasts GDP growth was likely solid, but the economy is poised to downshift to 2.0% quarterly through 2025.
By David Payne Last updated
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Start-ups Trying to Solve the World’s Hardest Problems
The Letter More investors are interested in companies working on breakthrough science to tackle huge societal challenges. The field of deep tech has major tailwinds, too.
By John Miley Published
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Kiplinger Energy Outlook: Mideast Turmoil Boosts Oil Prices
Economic Forecasts Drivers who had been enjoying falling gasoline prices will soon be paying a bit more at the pump.
By Jim Patterson Last updated
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Kiplinger Interest Rates Outlook: Pre-election Jitters
Forecasts Despite a large rate cut, the Fed will likely make smaller reductions at its next two meetings.
By David Payne Last updated
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Will lower mortgage rates help the housing market?
The Kiplinger Letter As mortgage rates slowly come down here's what to expect in the housing market over the next year or so.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Published
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Kiplinger Retail Outlook: Consumer Spending Staying Strong
Economic Forecasts Consumer spending is still surprisingly strong as the holiday season nears.
By David Payne Last updated
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Kiplinger Special Report: Trade Deficit Narrows in August
Forecasts After weighing on economic growth for much of the year, trade should become less of a headwind this fall.
By Rodrigo Sermeño Last updated
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Kiplinger Inflation Outlook: Mixed Inflation Report Tilts Positive
Economic Forecasts Slower-rising shelter prices in the CPI should outweigh increasing prices in other services.
By David Payne Last updated
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Meta and Microsoft Highlight Big Questions for AR’s Future
The Letter As Meta shows off a flashy AR prototype, Microsoft quietly stops supporting its own AR headset. The two companies highlight the promise and peril of AR.
By John Miley Published
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